IMD MBA – BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women

The BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women is a distinguished, fully funded scholarship that empowers talented women who have faced significant challenges—such as financial barriers, career interruptions, or family responsibilities—to pursue the full-time MBA at IMD Business School, Lausanne. It aims to cultivate future leaders who are ready to create meaningful impact in business and beyond.

Key Details

• Covers the entire cost of the IMD MBA program, including tuition and living expenses (approx. CHF 133,500 value). Partial awards may also be offered based on need.

• Awarded to women who have faced adversity—such as financial constraints, family duties, or disruptions in their professional paths—yet demonstrate strong leadership potential.

Opportunities

• Join a world-class MBA program in Switzerland, designed for high-impact leadership development.

• Benefit from a powerful global alumni network and mentorship through the BackPack Foundation.

Why It Matters
The scholarship levels the playing field by offering exceptional women the resources, confidence, and networks they need to rise to leadership. It’s a launchpad for change-makers ready to drive positive transformation in their communities and industries.

Application Highlights

• Apply via the IMD MBA admission form, including:

  • A 500-word essay reflecting on a pressing challenge you're passionate about and how the IMD MBA will enable you to contribute.

  • A 90–120 second video highlighting a moment when you embodied the BackPack values: Share, Dare, Care.

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a BackPack assessment. Scholarships are non-cumulative and only available to candidates not employer-sponsored.